Cumbria Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce Bender UK as the confirmed sponsor of the Manufacturing & Engineering Zone at Cumbria Business Expo 2027.
The sponsorship marks another significant milestone in the development of Expo 2027, the Chamber’s flagship business exhibition and networking event, which will take place on Wednesday 27 January 2027 at The Pencil Factory, Keswick.
The Manufacturing & Engineering Zone will provide a dedicated platform for manufacturers, engineering businesses, technology companies, specialist suppliers and supply chain partners to connect, collaborate and explore new commercial opportunities.
As a highly respected organisation operating within critical industry sectors including healthcare, rail, renewables, defence and maritime, Bender UK’s support demonstrates a commitment to championing secure, safe electrical power infrastructure, innovation, manufacturing productivity and business growth across Cumbria and the wider region.
James Bridges, Head of Membership & Commercial at Cumbria Chamber of Commerce, said:
“Manufacturing and engineering remain essential to Cumbria’s economic success, supporting investment, innovation and highly skilled employment across our county.
I am delighted to welcome Bender UK as the sponsor of the Manufacturing & Engineering Zone at Cumbria Business Expo 2027.
Their support will help us create a dedicated environment where manufacturers, engineers, technology businesses and supply chain partners can develop valuable new relationships, share expertise and identify commercial opportunities.
As Expo 2027 continues to take shape, we are focused on creating an event that delivers genuine value for exhibitors, sponsors, members and attendees while showcasing the strength and capability of Cumbria’s business community. We look forward to working closely with the Bender UK team over the coming months.”
Lisa Hudson, Head of Marketing, Bender UK, said:
“As a proud member of Cumbria Chamber of Commerce, we are delighted to support the Manufacturing & Engineering Zone at Cumbria Business Expo 2027. We’re committed to strengthening our engagement with the local business community and creating opportunities to connect, collaborate and share expertise.”
“As a business focused on electrical safety and power resilience across critical sectors, we look forward to supporting an event that showcases the innovation, skills and manufacturing excellence that make Cumbria such a strong place to do business.”
The Manufacturing & Engineering Zone is expected to be one of the flagship areas within Expo 2027, showcasing the expertise, innovation and capability of businesses operating across the sector.
Bender UK joins a growing group of organisations supporting Cumbria Business Expo 2027, including Main Sponsor Magnum Logistics and Business Leaders Zone Sponsor Porsche Centre South Lakes.
A number of sponsorship opportunities and exhibition spaces remain available for organisations wishing to align their brand with one of Cumbria’s most significant business events.
For more information about sponsorship, please contact james@cumbriachamber.co.uk.
For more information about exhibiting or attending Cumbria Business Expo 2027, visit: https://my.cumbriachamber.co.uk/calendar_detail.html?eid=4FF4BDAA-4F15-4D55-8797-BBBB22FBC95E&utm_source=press_release&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=expo_2027&utm_content=marketing
